Bistorta amplexicaulis var. amplexicaulis
Bistorta amplexicaulis var. amplexicaulis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Bistorta amplexiquanlis var. amplexiquanlis, is a resilient perennial herb native to mountainous regions. Often called Snakeweed, this plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its unique properties. Its distinctive clasping leaves and robust structure make it a fascinating subject for both botanists and medicinal practitioners.
- Family
- Polygonaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Bistorta Henryi · Bistorta Oxyphylla · 10 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Bistorta amplexicaulis var. amplexicaulisSynonyms
- Bistorta henryi
- Bistorta oxyphylla
- Bistorta petiolata
- Persicaria amplexicaulis var. dhorpatanensis
- Bistorta amplexicaulis subsp. sinensis
- Persicaria amplexicaulis var. pendula
- Polygonum oxyphyllum
- Polygonum petiolatum
- Polygonum amplexicaule var. sinense
- Bistorta amplexicaulis var. alba
- Bistorta amplexicaulis var. dhorpatanensis
- Bistorta amplexicaulis var. pendula
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Bistorta amplexicauleus var. amplexiCauleus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is classified under the family Polygonaceae and the genus Bistorta.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Genus | Bistorta |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in Denmark, Sweden, Great Britain, and Ireland. Its presence extends southward into the territory of Middle Europe. Specifically, it is documented within the Czechia-Slovakia region. These varying locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in diverse European landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan |
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Bistorta amplexicaulis var. amplexicaulis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Chemicals
Bistorta amplexicaulis var. amplexicaulis has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Epicatechin, Angelicin, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Ethyl ferulate, Friedelin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Epicatechin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angelicin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl ferulate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Friedelin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methyl chlorogenate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Psoralen | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Simiarenone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cinchonain I a | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cinchonain Ib | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(-)-Epicatechin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Angelicin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Ethyl ferulate
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Friedelin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Methyl chlorogenate
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Psoralen
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Simiarenone
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
cinchonain I a
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
cinchonain Ib
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials